Suntory and Sapporo will prioritize the supply of regular products over seasonal items, according to their announcements on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Suntory, Sapporo to Halt Gift Beer Sales after Hack on Asahi
Japanese brewers Suntory Holdings Ltd. and Sapporo Breweries Ltd. have announced a partial halt to sales of their beer sets for end-of-year gifts, as they are receiving a flood of orders amid delays i ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo underground: taking property development to new depths
If you think the urban sprawl of Tokyo looks impressive from above, wait until you factor in the areas below ground. With demand for commercial and residential space increasing on the surface, more ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s top three banks to jointly issue stablecoins
MUFG Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking and Mizuho Bank intend to issue the stablecoins under a unified standard for use in corporate fund settlements.
Why Travelers Are Flocking to Sapporo’s Iconic Genghis Khan BBQ Feast
Fire, flavor, and history come together in Sapporo’s famous Genghis Khan BBQ. Diners grill endless cuts of meat on the unique domed iron pan, letting the juices and smoke infuse every bite. It’s an ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya man in custody over sexual abuse of girls re-arrested for 8th time
A 41-year-old man from Nagoya City in custody for repeatedly committing indecent acts against multiple girls has been arrested for the eighth time ... ( read original story ...)
Tekscend Photomask’s shares jump nearly 13% in Tokyo debut on tech optimism
Shares of Tekscend Photomask climbed nearly 13 per cent in their Tokyo debut on Thursday, riding the wave of gains in Japan's tech sector.The photomask manufacturer, which produces masks used to ... ( read original story ...)
Korea-Japan Business Leaders Collaborate on Hydrogen, Demographics, Culture
On the 60th anniversary of the normalization of South Korea-Japan diplomatic relations, business leaders from both countries agreed to cooperate in future-oriented sectors such as hydrogen, ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka out of Japan Open as tennis casualty list grows
Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka withdraws from the Japan Open through injury as tennis players continue to struggle. ( read original story ...)
Osaka withdraws from Japan Open with left thigh injury
Ahead of her quarterfinal match against Jaqueline Cristian, top seed and home favorite Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Kinoshita Group Japan Open. The withdrawal comes as a result of a left thigh injury ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto markets hit by massive liquidations once again
The market continued to reel in the aftermath of Donald Trump's announcement last week to introduce 100% tariffs on Chinese goods.
Tekscend Shares Rise 13% From IPO Price in Tokyo Trading Debut
Tekscend Photomask Corp. shares gained 13% in their debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Thursday after the maker of semiconductor material concluded a $1 billion initial public offering last week.
Japan’s Top 3 Megabanks in Landmark Yen- and Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Rollout
MUFG, Mizuho, and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) — have agreed to issue a yen- and dollar-backed stablecoin. The ...
I spent 4 nights at a robot hotel in Tokyo. The future of hospitality is here — but it still needs fine-tuning.
I spent 4 nights at Yotel Tokyo Ginza, a hybrid robot hotel in Tokyo. The robot room service and check-in was novel, but it has a way to go. ( read original story ...)
XG Announce Japanese Dates for Kick-Off of 2026 World Tour
The Japanese girl group's second global outing will support their upcoming debut full length album, due out on Jan. 23. ( read original story ...)
Taking the shock out of predicting shock wave behavior with precise computational modeling
Shock waves should not be shocking—engineers across scientific fields need to be able to precisely predict how the instant and strong pressure changes initiate and dissipate to prevent damage. Now, ... ( read original story ...)